I’m a huge football fan and love the NFL in particular, so I’m always pumped to talk about team quarterbacks. I swear, it’s one of the most interesting topics around. Eh, if you ask me, the NFL is the king of sports.
But back to quarterbacks! Now, there’s a lot of hype and controversy when it comes to who’s the best of the best. Everyone’s got a different favorite quarterback, and why not? There are so many greats to choose from, so why settle for just one?
Personally, I think Seattle’s current QB, Russell Wilson, is a force to be reckoned with. All season long, Russel’s been busting out long-yardage scrambles and throwing no-look bombs that defy the laws of physics. It’s unreal. It’s like he’s throwing a ballaround with a superhero hand. If you don’t think he’s the GOAT, I feel sorry for your opinion.
On the other hand, New York’s multi-time Super Bowl winner, Eli Manning, is no stranger to success, either. Clearly, a champion for more than a decade, he’s a jock who’s earned the title of “legendary.” Even after all these years, Eli’s still one of the best, bar none.
But I could never forget Tom Brady. It’s like mentioning military and not talking about the professionals. He’s the one synonymous with success and continuity. At 44-years-old, Tom is still rockin’ the league on both sides of the ball like he’s still a 25-year-old field general.
Now, don’t get me wrong, there are a ton of other great quarterbacks in the league, like Andrew Luck, Aaron Rodgers, Jared Goff and so many others. The list goes on and on. But when it comes down to it, there’s a certain admiration for those listed. I mean, it’s a bit of a double take to see how these guys carry themselves on the field.
While I appreciate the talent and hard work these guys put in, I’ve got a soft spot for rookies, too. It takes guts for a young player to step onto a pro field with a much bigger, stronger and more experienced team.
Now, I’m not one to compare teams or belittle players from the football field. But, it’s worth noting that there are some major similarities between good, successful NFL teams and good, successful quarterbacks. There’s a certain grit that you need in both, as well as unyielding confidence and a cool, dominating energy.
I could go on for ages about the all-time favorites and rookies, but there’s too much information to express. What do you think? Who do you think is the best quarterback in the NFL right now?